Welcome to the very first episode of our podcast, Eyes On You! We’re kicking off this blog with something extra special—an inside look at the story behind Allen Eyecare Center, the longest-standing eye care practice in Allen, Texas.

From humble beginnings to becoming a trusted name in Collin County, we’re pulling back the curtain to share how it all began, what’s made us different for nearly 40 years, and where we’re headed next.

👁️ Our Origin Story — Built on Grit and Heart

Allen Eyecare Center was founded in 1985 by Dr. Jeffrey Wood, Sr. Back then, Allen was a quiet suburb with just one other eye doctor. But after a twist of fate (involving a failed acquisition and a building fire elsewhere!), Dr. Wood chose Allen—and the rest is history.

He started alone—no staff, no loans, just commitment. His wife eventually joined to help, and over time, the whole family would become part of the practice. Fast forward to today, and the reins have passed to his son, Dr. Brooks Wood, who now leads the clinic with the same values of excellence, honesty, and heartfelt care.

👓 Why Allen Patients Say: “I’ve Never Had an Eye Exam Like This Before”

This isn’t just a tagline. It’s something we hear every week.

We’ve built our practice around thorough, customized care—from advanced medical diagnostics to personalized prescriptions for modern-day demands like:

• Multiple computer monitors

• Work-from-home vision strain

• Outdoor-specific vision correction

• Tailored lenses for hobbies like reading, fishing, and night driving

Our doctors don’t just hand you a basic prescription. We ask how you live—and write lenses for your life.

🔁 “If you're in your 40s or 50s and feeling visual frustration, it might not be ‘just aging.’ It could be the wrong lens for your lifestyle.”

💧 Dry Eye Care That’s Actually Working

You’ve probably heard us say: “This isn’t your grandma’s dry eye.”

Today’s dry eye issues are more about oil gland dysfunction (Meibomian Gland Dysfunction or MGD) than just “not enough tears.” Thanks to tools like meibography and new treatments like Forma RF and IPL therapy, we’re not just managing symptoms—we’re fixing the root cause.

“We’re helping patients get off the eye drops and start producing real tears again—naturally.”

👨‍👩‍👧‍👦 A Legacy in Allen, TX

We’re proud to be Allen’s oldest optometry clinic, still serving patients who’ve been with us since the 80s—and now their kids and grandkids, too.

Many of our patients travel from Plano, McKinney, Fairview, Frisco, and beyond, because they say they can’t find this level of care anywhere else.

We’re more than just a clinic. We’re part of the Allen community, involved in schools, churches, local businesses, and civic life.

📈 What’s Next? The Future of Vision Care in Allen

From myopia management for kids to tech-forward diagnostics and holistic wellness care, we’re pushing the limits of what a modern optometry clinic can be.

Our leadership team, Dr. Brooks and Kyndall Wood, are committed to continuous growth, staff development, and making eye care exciting again.

✨ Want to Experience the Difference?

Whether you’re looking for an eye doctor in Allen, TX, relief from dry eyes, or just a practice that really sees you—we’d love to welcome you.

📍 Located conveniently in Allen, near Watters Creek across from the library!

📞 Call or Text us at (972) 727- 5717 or schedule your appointment here.

🗺️ Serving Allen, Plano, McKinney, Fairview, and Frisco.